The Magnolia (used to be The Magdala)

[EDOldie]

I like the interior, it's very soft and unthreatening. You don't get the feeling anyone would even think of causing any trouble in there. Food wasn't bad when I ate there and good value I thought, the cheeses looked particularly yummy. Was a bit cold in there last night, maybe an open fireplace would make it feel a bit warmer.

[*Bob*]

Nero,

I believe Lozzy was simply referencing our recent (James/*Bob*) spat..

Let's all be friends.. if James is allowed his little bit of 'social racism' with continual sneery use of the word 'Chav' (for no reason other than people not speakin proper and possibly not buying the Guardian) then a light misuse of the word 'Gay' might help him remember not everyone thinks it's 'on'.

Not wishing to open up old wounds.. but seems fair to clear Lozzy's name. On with the thread.

[Brendan]

Dude you are like, sooooo gay.

[Nero]

*Bob*,

You're right. In the spirit of Gapseal, which bridges all manner of chasm, I will bury my hatchet.

[tilster]

By the way kalamityKel and KoolBananas, next time you two come in to the Magnolia, just say hi and tell me who you are, and i'll make sure I tie my hair up for you!

Oh and you spell off with 2 f's when saying "come off it"

[James]

>>if James is allowed his little bit of 'social racism' with continual sneery use of the word 'Chav' (for no reason other than people not speakin proper and possibly not buying the Guardian) then a light misuse of the word 'Gay' might help him remember not everyone thinks it's 'on'.

Love the way that you're able to read my mind Bob. What a gift you have! Apart from your blatant hypocrisy (so two wrongs make a right?) you still fail to understand the basic point.

Why is it so difficult for you to grasp that using the name for someone's sexuality as an insult is a bit nasty? And that the word "chav" does not mean "a working-class person" (perhaps it does to you, in which case you're more nasty and bigoted than i thought. Your definition above is YOUR view - not mine).

"Chav" is an insult - meaning a particular kind of lout who engages in anti-social behaviour. If you are suggesting that all working-class people are chavs you are insulting the majority of working-class people (including one of my close friends) who most certainly are not.

"Gay" is not an insult. Unless you are a sad, narrow-minded, prejudiced person.

[*Bob*]

I'm afraid the point - which has sailed right over your head (again) - is that neither of them should be used as insults unless you're a sad, narrow-minded, prejudiced person.

Or in your case - because you haven't thought about it enough yet.

[david_carnell]

Pack it in already - you've got your own thread in the lounge for this chav/gay crap. Don't shaft this thread as well.

[Cassius]

"Threshers is pikey chavtastic"

""Chav" is an insult - meaning a particular kind of lout who engages in anti-social behaviour. If you are suggesting that all working-class people are chavs you are insulting the majority of working-class people (including one of my close friends) who most certainly are not."

Sorry David - but have to point out that these two comments came from the same person. Sorry Mr Administrator.

[Moos]

No, no no no no - please, please stop this discussion here (sorry, Cassius, please don't take offence). We've been over this ground on the other thread, and clearly no-one is prepared to do the graceful thing and acknowledge fault or move on.

[SeanMacGabhann]

What Carnell and Moos said - this is an ongoing argument - it has it's own thread - have it there for the love of all that's good and holy

In fact, just in case people are too lazy here's the link

[*Bob*]

For my part - I promise never ever ever ever to speak of this again.

And I look forward to a drink at the New Mag - especially now that all the scum have been cleared out.

(Actually maybe those lines should have been in a different order)

[Moos]

Thank you, *Bob*, you're a gentleman and a scholar. See you at Forum drinks, with all the EDF scum?

[Cassius]

Many apologies just couldn't resist.

[*Bob*]

Certainly not, Moos.. I'll be off down The Castle for my usual twelve pints, kebab and a fight.

You can keep your fancy flocked wallpaper.

[jimbo1964]

Can anyone give a proper critique of the food?

[James]

Just to make it clear, I did not bring the discrimination issue up again. Bob and Moos did.

So if they are allowed to comment I think I should be allowed to reply.

I have posted a reply on the correct thread.

[Moos]

No I bloody didn't.

[James]

Apologies Moos - it was Lozzy I meant

[Moos]

Accepted, of course.

Jimbo, nice try but I fear this thread may be doomed.

Still, hopefully someone with a view on the pub may come along soon...

[luddite]

my goodness me , is the administrator on holiday ? chav gay ? dreary reading any way you take it .......

[Jah Lush]

I've been in the Magnolia since its's reopened and all I can say is that it has been seriously feminised. Whether that is a good or bad thing only time will tell.

[SeanMacGabhann]

ON TOPOC PEOPLE!!

[Cassius]

I really like the Magnolia and if there is anyone with more disposable funds than me and is therefore willing to treat me, I will happily try their food and critique it for the forum.

[jimbo1964]

Maybe the good people at Magnolia will provide a few tasty snacks for the forum booze up?